Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Virginia. Some content may be behind a metered paywall:
Politics:
After Youngkin’s veto, lawmakers hope Spanberger will warm to cost-cutting prescription drug board. — Virginia Mercury.
Spanberger taps Carrie Chenery as Virginia’s next commerce and trade secretary. — Virginia Mercury.
Virginia wilderness areas under threat, Kaine and McClellan warn. — Richmond Times-Dispatch (paywall).
Education:
Debate over social studies testing delays Virginia accountability decision. — Virginia Mercury.
Economy:
TowneBank completes $476 million acquisition of Dogwood State Bank. — Virginia Business.
Local:
Salem High School forensics coach selected for VHSL Hall of Fame. — The Roanoke Times (paywall).
Public safety:
ACLU says Virginia prisons continue to miscalculate earned sentence credits. — Radio IQ.
Weather:
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